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SR 770

CONGRATS-IL MEN'S WCHR BBALL

104th Regular Session Introduced by Paul Faraci

The Illinois Senate officially recognizes and honors the University of Illinois Men’s Wheelchair Basketball Team for its historic achievements and ongoing contributions to inclusiv

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Bill Summary · SR 770

Summary of SR0770 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose and intent

  • A Senate Resolution congratulating the University of Illinois Men's Wheelchair Basketball Team, known as the Fighting Illini, on their 2025-26 season.
  • Acknowledges the team’s historical significance, contributions to wheelchair basketball, and representation of the University of Illinois Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES).

Key provisions and changes

  • Official recognition by the Illinois Senate of:
    • The team’s third-place finish at the 2026 National Wheelchair Basketball Association (NWBA) National Championships.
    • The program’s status as the oldest collegiate wheelchair basketball program in the world (established in 1948) and its foundational role in the NWBA.
    • The team’s historical achievements, including 15 national championship titles and a 10-7 record in the 2025-26 season.
  • Acknowledgement of:
    • The program’s origins as the first all-wheelchair college team in the United States.
    • The leadership of Head Coach Jacob Tyree and the coaching staff (Matt Poland and Eubin Ham), plus the contributions of players, staff, and supporters listed in the resolution.
  • Formal recognition and best wishes for continued success in future seasons.

Who/what would be affected

  • The recognition primarily affects:
    • University of Illinois Men’s Wheelchair Basketball Team (Fighting Illini), including players, coaches, athletic staff, managers, and athletic trainers named in the resolution.
    • The broader Illinois academic and athletic communities, highlighting inclusive collegiate athletics.
  • The impact is ceremonial and symbolic, establishing an official record of the team’s accomplishments.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Filed with the Secretary on May 6, 2026.
  • Referred to Assignments and Approved for Consideration Assignments on May 6, 2026; subsequently referred to the Congratulatory Consent Calendar on May 7, 2026.
  • The resolution is a formal recognition by the Illinois Senate and does not create new law, funding, or regulatory changes.

Additional details

  • Co-sponsor: Paul Faraci.
  • The resolution includes a detailed roster of team members, staff, and supporters to be formally acknowledged.
  • Aims to present a suitable copy of the resolution to the team as a symbol of esteem and respect.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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